Ambitious Lead Stylist,Retail Boutique Manager - Queen Anna

Ambitious Lead Stylist and

Retail Boutique Manager

Location

:

Queen Anna House of Fashion, 109 N 2nd St., Minneapolis, MN 55401, in the vibrant

North Loop neighborhood

Employment Type

:

W-2 employee, averaging 28-35 hours per week with rotating shifts

Salary

:

$19-$22 per hour (based on experience and role)

Position Overview:

Are you a fashion-forward leader with a strategic mindset, a air for style, and a

passion for driving sales? As the

Lead Stylist and Retail Boutique Manager

at

Queen Anna House of Fashion, you will be at the forefront of our boutique s success,

executing sales strategies, maintaining brand consistency, and leading a

high-performing team. Your leadership will ensure that every client has an

exceptional shopping experience and that our boutique thrives in the competitive

fashion landscape.

This role offers you the unique opportunity to lead, inspire, and signi cantly impact

our brand. You'll be the driving force behind our sales targets, client relationship

building, and day-to-day operations, ensuring that everything aligns seamlessly with

our brand s identity and values.

Role Logistics:

Type

: Full-time employee position, with rotating shifts, 28-35 hours per week.

Location

: On-site at our boutique in Minneapolis, in the heart of the North

Loop.

Hours

: Shifts cover store hours from 12 PM - 6 PM (Monday-Saturday) and 11

AM - 4 PM (Sunday). Flexibility for nights/weekends, busy seasons, holidays,

and high retail traf c days is required.

Compensation

: $19-$22 per hour, based on experience and role, with

opportunities for bonuses, paid leave, and additional performance incentives.

Bene ts

: Ongoing style training, in-depth learning in small business

operations, employee discounts, and the potential to earn additional

incentives.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Leadership

:

Develop and implement sales strategies that align with Queen Anna s

objectives and drive store performance to exceed sales targets.

Provide top-tier styling services by leading by example and fostering a

team culture prioritizing client satisfaction and sales excellence.

Monitor and analyze sales performance, providing coaching and

actionable feedback to ensure that your team consistently achieves its

goals.

Client Relationship Management

:

Build and maintain strong, lasting client relationships, delivering

personalized and memorable shopping experiences that foster loyalty.

Con dently style clients and understand their needs, budgets, and

preferences to create resonate looks that encourage repeat business.

Team Development and Management

:

Supervise, mentor, and inspire your stylists, ensuring they adhere to

brand guidelines and consistently deliver on Queen Anna s promise of

exceptional service.

Design and manage staff schedules that optimize business operations,

and conduct regular performance evaluations with constructive

feedback and development plans.

Serve as the primary communication link between the team and the

Store Owner, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

Operational Excellence

:

Oversee daily store operations, from inventory management to visual

merchandising, maintaining impeccable store standards.

Implement and enforce loss prevention practices and ensure the store

is adequately stocked, collaborating with the Store Owner on

operational needs.

Ensure the store's physical space, including the interior and exterior, is

always inviting and well-maintained, working closely with the Velo

Landlord on upkeep.

Event and Partnership Leadership

:

Lead the execution of in-store events and strategic partnerships that

align with Queen Anna s mission, focusing on driving sales and

enhancing the client experience.

Skills and Qualities That Will Propel You to Success:

Strategic Vision

: You see the big picture and know how to execute strategies

that drive business success while maintaining brand integrity.

Sales Mastery

: A proven track record in achieving and surpassing sales targets

through exceptional client engagement and team leadership.

Leadership Excellence

: You are a natural leader, adept at coaching,

motivating, and guiding a team to perform at their best consistently.

Client-Centric Focus

: A deep understanding of what clients need and how to

build lasting, pro table relationships that keep them returning.

Fashion Expertise

: A passion for fashion and a sharp eye for trends, with the

ability to translate that into successful styling and sales strategies.

Operational Acumen

: Extensive experience in managing retail operations,

from inventory to visual merchandising, with a commitment to maintaining

the highest standards.

Problem-Solving Savvy

: The ability to anticipate challenges and proactively

develop solutions that keep operations running smoothly.

Technological Pro ciency

: Comfortable with technology, including Notion,

Slack, G-Suite, Apple products, and Canva, to streamline operations and

communications.

Why Joining Queen Anna House of Fashion is a Game-Changer:

1.

Impactful Leadership Role

: As a key leader, you will shape the boutique s

success, driving sales and elevating the client experience while mentoring a

team of stylists.

2.

Growth Opportunities

: Our focus on professional development means you ll

have access to ongoing training and the potential for career advancement

within Queen Anna.

3.

Rewarding Compensation

:

Bonuses and Paid Leave

: Your performance will be rewarded with

bonuses and paid leave.

Commission Opportunities

: After 60 days, you ll have the opportunity

to earn substantial commissions.

Exclusive Discounts

: Enjoy generous discounts on our collections,

including pre-order opportunities and quarterly specials.

Compensation Structure

Base Pay

:

Hourly Wage

:

Starting at

$19-$22 per hour

, based on your experience and

quali cations.

Provides a stable income with signi cant potential to increase earnings

through commissions.

Commission Opportunities

(

Effective after 90 days of training and successful

performance review):

Store-Wide Sales Commission

:

Base Commission

:

Earn

3-5% commission

on total store sales, with the exact

percentage linked to performance metrics such as exceeding

monthly sales targets and upholding brand standards.

Condition

: Commissions are earned on sales that

surpass a daily

or weekly sales threshold

(e.g., $1,000 in sales per day or $7,000

in sales per week).

Team Performance Bonus

:

Earn an additional

2% commission

on total sales if the team

(comprising two or more in-store paid W-2 employees) meets or

exceeds collective sales goals.

Styling Services Commission

:

High-Value Client Commission

:

Earn an additional

3% commission

on sales from personally

styled clients who make signi cant purchases (e.g., over $1,000).

Concierge Styling Commission

:

Receive a

3% commission

on all appointment-based styling or

concierge services clients book.

Focus on Client Engagement and Appointments:

Retail has its slower periods, but we see these times as opportunities to deepen

client relationships and boost personalized service.

Client Outreach

:

During quieter times, take the initiative to reach out to key clients,

offering them personalized styling services or inviting them to exclusive

in-store appointments. This proactive approach not only keeps sales

steady but strengthens your client relationships.

Leverage your client book to schedule appointments that drive sales

and earn you a

3% commission

on all appointment-based sales under

$1,000 and a 5% commission on all appointments booked over $1,000

Building Your Client Base

:

Use slower periods to connect with existing clients and attract new

ones through targeted outreach and exclusive offers. This ensures

you re setting up future sales opportunities and maintaining a steady

income, even during quieter months.

Appointment-Based Sales

:

Focusing on appointments provides a tailored shopping experience

that increases the likelihood of signi cant purchases and repeat

business. This strategy allows you to maximize your earnings potential

while contributing to the boutique s overall success.